Chair's Video Message

Hello everyone. It's a stormy Sunday evening. I hope you're safe and warm as you watch this video. Here are some of the highlights of this week's message, which can be found here: https://youtu.be/YcDjbx9OiJ4

• Information about weather status updates to determine if the campus is open can be found here: https://www.lakeheadu.ca/about/orillia-campus/weather. A link to this information can also be found on Lakehead Orillia's home page.
• Here's a link to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation's information on safe winter driving: http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/ontario-511/winter-driving-tips.shtml.
• the Learning Commons are now open at 7 am. The space also contains a microwave and a kettle so if you arrive on campus early you can relax on one of the couches with a hot drink. And do try the new water fountain if you have a chance.
• The e-learning zone (formerly the computer lab) is for your use. It will be booked from time to time for recruitment interviews or workshops, but please feel free to use the room otherwise.
• Protocol Education is offering an information session this Friday from 11 to noon in OH 4; interviews will follow in the e-learning zone until 2 pm.
• Looking ahead, here are some important dates to keep in mind:
• Last day of classes: Wednesday, March 16th
• Make up day: Monday March 14th will follow a Wednesday schedule
• Culminating task days: Tuesday March 15th & Wednesday March 16th (exams, make up days for snow days, etc.)
• Math Competency Exam: Thursday March 17th
• Block placement days start on Monday March 21st for all programs
• As you prepare to write the Math Competency Exam, if you are looking for a tutor please stop by the Education office. We have a number of paid and free opportunities to support you as you increase your Math understanding

That's it from me for now. Have a great week!